Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

Inspire Young MInds with an Affordable Engine

By Timothy Boyer Feb 7 2023 - 9:33am

Affordable Honda Knockoff for Teaching Kids About Cars

Looking for a way to get your kid motivated to learn something about automotive tech without breaking the bank? Here’s how an inexpensive Honda knockoff engine can make that happen.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 7 2023 - 9:18am

Driving a Model X Plaid Through Water - Was Any Damage Done?

An owner of a Tesla Model X Plaid drove through water after a hurricane and shares if any lasting damage was done to his car.

By Denis Flierl Feb 7 2023 - 8:50am

Is The Sedan Dead? Buyers Are Walking Away From The New Upgraded Subaru Legacy

The 2023 Subaru Legacy received new upgrades, but sales continued to drop to start the new year. Is there a problem with the Legacy sedan, or is it a much bigger issue? Check out the midsize sedan report here.

Image of Mazda vehicles being serviced by John Goreham

By John Goreham Feb 7 2023 - 8:36am

Why We Paid the Dealer $735 For a Mazda Brake Job

Our Mazda CX-5 needed a simple brake job. Here is why we turned to the Mazda dealer near us to do the job instead of paying much less at a local shop.

By Denis Flierl Feb 7 2023 - 6:41am

CR’s Reliable 5-Year-Old SUVs - Subaru Outback Now Ranks Above 2 Top Toyota Models

Which used SUVs are the most reliable for shoppers this winter? Here are Consumer Reports' best 5-year-old SUV picks and why they say the 2018 Subaru Outback is among the best choice for used SUV shoppers and scores better than two popular Toyota models. Check out the midsize SUV report here.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 7 2023 - 12:46am

How Tesla's Vehicles Work Compared To Gas Cars: Comparing EVs to Gas Cars

This article goes over how Tesla's electric vehicles work and operate compared to gas cars. You will understand energy efficiency of Tesla cars compared to gas cars and gallons of gas.

By Armen Hareyan Feb 7 2023 - 12:15am

Nissan Takes The Wheel With an Ampere Stake with Renault

A seismic shift is about to shake the automotive world. Nissan has just announced its intention to take a 15% stake in Renault's electric vehicle unit, Ampere, in a bold move that could change the course of the industry.

By Armen Hareyan Feb 6 2023 - 7:06pm

Tesla-Funded Research Reveals One of The Biggest Mysteries of EV Battery

Attention all tech enthusiasts!

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 6 2023 - 2:31pm

The Latest Model Y Has a Secret: It's Not About the Price

We have a review of the Tesla Model Y with a secret about the 2023 version compared to the 2022 version.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 6 2023 - 11:22am

Used Tesla Vehicles Are Coming Down In Price - Why This is Good For Tesla

We see the price of a used 2018 Model 3 long range WITH FSD at just over $35,000 - This is good for Tesla.

Mechanic Reveals Some Surprising Truths About Tesla Vehicles

By Timothy Boyer Feb 6 2023 - 10:13am

Toyota Mechanic Reveals the Truth About Tesla Model Y

Here’s an opportunity to find out what a respected Toyota mechanic found in this review of the Tesla Model Y that has some surprises you do not normally hear about when it comes to a Tesla vehicle. Plus, why Tesla might not last.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 6 2023 - 9:02am

Meet Tesla's Megafactory - Capable of Producing 10,000 Megapacks Each Year

Tesla has released a video showing their giant megafactory - it's capable of producing 10,000 Megapacks per year.

By Denis Flierl Feb 6 2023 - 8:39am

The New Solterra EV Pushed Subaru of America Over The Edge

Without the all-new Subaru Solterra EV, Subaru of America doesn't start the new year up in sales. See why the Solterra is just what the automaker needed.

By Denis Flierl Feb 6 2023 - 6:55am

New Subaru WRX Isn’t Losing Its Edge - Named The Best Sports Car Value Pick Again

Is the 2022 Subaru WRX a good value for new car shoppers? J.D. Power says it's the best in the sports car segment in retaining its original value. Check out the report here.

By Tinsae Aregay Feb 5 2023 - 3:12pm

Elon Musk Says Tesla FSD Beta V11 Coming End Of Week, Attributes Delay To Major Architectural Rewrite

Tesla FSD Beta v11 is expected to bring vector spaces and use of all 8 cameras to highway driving. In addition, V11 is also expected to replace manually written codes with neural nets for highway driving. Musk says these major architectural changes are the reason for the software's multiple delays. However, he hopes Tesla can finally release V11 by end of this week.

By Marc Stern Feb 5 2023 - 2:03pm

Challengers Arise: Will Tesla Stay Ahead in the Electric Auto Industry?

With automakers like Ford, General Motors, Hyundai, BMW, and others either delivering or ramping up and delivering electric vehicles, you have to wonder if Tesla, the current market leader because it jumped in first, is seeing the competition gaining rapidly in its rearview.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 5 2023 - 11:48am

Tesla Reservation Holder Gets a Text about the Model Y - Important Information About Pricing

We see a text sent to a Tesla Model Y reservation holder and there are some interesting details you can get from it.

4 Wheel Steering on Cybertruck Is a Game Changer

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 5 2023 - 10:58am

Tesla Cybertruck's 4 Wheel Steering Shakes Up Truck Industry

The Cybertruck can be seen in this latest video using 4 wheel steering - all 4 wheels turn at the same time.

Restoration Project Considerations Warning

By Timothy Boyer Feb 5 2023 - 10:52am

Dodge Dart Lesson for Potential Project Builders

Can a 1973 Dodge Dart “garage find” make a good restoration project for this coming Spring? Here’s a recent find that demonstrates what you are more likely than not “find” in garage find, barn find, and field find project vehicles.

By Denis Flierl Feb 5 2023 - 7:55am

New Subaru Ascent Sales Drop To Start The Year - This Time It’s Not Poor Reliability

Is the 2023 Subaru Ascent a 3-Row SUV that families should look at this year? It gets new upgrades, and it's worth a look. It's not because of reliability issues that sales are down to start the year. Check out the report here.

By Denis Flierl Feb 5 2023 - 7:20am

It's Bad For Subaru Impreza Now, The Good Times Will Roll This Spring

The 2023 Subaru Impreza sales are going down to start the year, but that's the bad news. The good news is good times will roll for new compact car shoppers this spring. Check out the report here.

By Tinsae Aregay Feb 4 2023 - 6:21pm

Elon Musk Gives A subtle Nod To Tesla’s Upcoming Model 3 Refresh Dubbed Project Highland

For months now there have been speculations that Tesla is working on a refresh to the Model 3 and has codenamed the project "Highland." However, today, although subtle, we have received our first confirmation regarding project Highland from Elon Musk.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 4 2023 - 3:45pm

Cybertruck Interior Offers Modern and Clean Alternative to Gas Trucks

We see an image of the Cybertruck interior compared to a gas truck - it's much more clean and modern.

By Jeremy Johnson Feb 4 2023 - 3:14pm

Model Y Prices Continue To Go Up: The Data Says This Will Keep Happening

Tesla has once again raised prices on the Model Y long range by $1,500. We think this is going to continue.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 4 2023 - 2:44pm

The Tiny Toyota Car That Runs Forever

Looking for a small Toyota that costs less than a Corolla or Camry but can run just as long if properly maintained? Then you will want to see this Mechanic’s review on why he recommends one of Toyota’s smallest Japanese-made models.

By Timothy Boyer Feb 4 2023 - 10:15am

Car Owners Who Don’t Pay Their Car Repair Bills

Here is the latest in a short take on six vehicles that includes a 1953 Chevy truck that this mechanic says literally ruined his customers’ lives by contributing to and compounding bad decisions owners make when it comes to their approach on cars and life.

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2023 - 7:39am

The New Subaru WRX Is Up 488 Percent This Year - Don’t Throw A Party Yet

Subaru announced sales of the 2022 Subaru WRX are up a whopping 488 percent. But it's not time to throw a party yet.

By Marc Stern Feb 4 2023 - 6:28am

Ford To Use F1 Return As Incubator For New Vehicle Technologies

In the early history of the auto revolution, racing was an incubator for all kinds of technology. From propulsion to engine tech to safety tech, the torture test of high-speed racing provided the basis for the auto industry to move ahead in leaps. Take one more recent example, tire tech. In the latter 20th-century radial tire tech still needed a proof of concept. Racing did it, and now all tires -- with a very few exceptions -- are safer for radial technology.

By Denis Flierl Feb 4 2023 - 6:18am

A New Milestone - An Unlikely SUV Is Subaru's 7 Millionth U.S.-Built Vehicle

Subaru hits a significant new vehicle production milestone at its U.S. factory this week. The model that rolls off the assembly line is not the vehicle you would expect. Check out the report here.

Rivian R1T electric vehicle pickup truck

By John Goreham Feb 3 2023 - 6:05pm

You Will Never Guess Why This Rivian Owner Is Selling His R1T EV Pickup

We spoke with a Rivian R1T electric pickup truck owner who is selling a vehicle he loves. As it turns out, the reason he is selling is that he loves his wife more.

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